Paraprofessional (Special Education) 2 Openings

Desert Oasis Elementary; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Desert Oasis Elementary in Phoenix, part of Tolleson Elementary District 17, is hiring for Paraprofessional (Special Education) to assist the classroom teacher and support students with IEP goals. Two openings, starting date immediately, ten months.

Positions are full-time with benefits per district policies. Requires Associate of Arts or 60 college credits, MMR and TB immunizations, and Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card. On-site duties include academic support and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Associates of Arts degree or two years of post secondary education (60 credit hours) from an accredited college/university.
• Immunization Record (MMR) and TB Test.
• Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card is required.

Responsibilities

• Presents skills reinforcements or guides independent study activities to individuals or small groups of students as directed by the teacher.
• Familiarizes self with instructional materials to be used and learns how to use them properly.
• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students.
• Perform duties or requirements that are outlined in a students IEP.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the Principal/Administrator of Special Programs.

Education

Associate of Arts degree

60 credit hours post secondary education

Job description

Paraprofessional (Special Education) 2 Openings

Tolleson Elem SD 17 Desert Oasis Elementary - Phoenix, Arizona Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Tolleson Elementary School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5968730
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 22, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION INFORMATION: Assist the Special Education teacher with classroom activities specifically designed to meet the individual needs of students.

REQUIREMENTS: Associates of Arts degree or two years of post secondary education (60 credit hours) from an accredited college/university, Immunization Record (MMR) and Tuberculosis (TB Test). A valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card is required as a condition of hire and continued employment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Presents skills reinforcements or guides independent study activities to individuals or small groups of students as directed by the teacher;
• Familiarizes self with instructional materials to be used and learns how to use them properly;
• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students;
• Perform duties or requirements that are outlined in a students Individual Education Plan (IEP);
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the Principal/Administrator of Special Programs.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Ten months, beginning salary Grade Three on the Classified Hourly Salary Placement Schedule. Employee benefits in accordance with Board policies.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Emotionally Disabled

Special Education > General Special Education

Special Education > Learning Disabled

Special Education > Mentally Disabled

Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Special Education > Visually Impaired

Contact Information

• Megan Duplain , Administrator of Special Programs
• Tolleson Elementary District Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]